Season 2 -Episode - 2 – The Half Year Horror Wrap up!

What is up, horror fiends?! Welcome back to the Fear on Film podcast! Can you believe it? We are officially six months into 2026, and time flies when the cinematic blood is flowing. The first half of the year has been absolutely insane for horror fans, and this week, we are hacking through the noise to bring you our definitive mid-year wrap-up.

Join your hosts, Sean O'Connor and Joe Velazquez, as they unwrap their personal Top 5 Horror Films of 2026 So Far. From massive studio supernatural blockbusters to the most twisted indie skin-crawlers that left us sleeping with the lights on, we are dissecting the best of the best.

But wait—the butchery doesn't stop there! Because 2026 has been so stacked with phenomenal gore, jump scares, and psychological tension, a simple top five just wasn't enough. We are also unleashing our Top 5 Honorable Mentions—the films that barely missed the cut but absolutely demand a spot on your watch list.

Turn down the lights, press play, and let's see which films survived our chopping block.

Fear on Film... Where Horror Lives!

Filmjoe Interviews

https://open.spotify.com/show/1LD1qWB0vqMrSTExXr34ks?si=079ba9b2ba9941df

Sean O'Connor at Macabre Daily

https://www.macabredaily.com/articles?author=66aed6ede8eef67391dfdcdc

The Filmjoe Podcast Network

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Music Credits:

"War Cry" by Infraction

All films, music and other materials used in these recordings and episodes of the Fear On Film Podcast are strictly for commentary purposes. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the copyright act of 1976, allowance is made for fair use for the purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by the copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Fear on Film – Interview with Cody Ashford- director of "Drive Back"

NEW BONUS EPISODE: Cody Ashford Talks 'Drive Back'!

Director Cody Ashford joins the show to discuss his 2024 indie horror hit, Drive Back. We dive deep into the film's eerie on-screen lore and unravel the mysteries waiting in the shadows. Cody shares invaluable insider advice for indie filmmakers pulling off high-concept terror on a tight budget. Finally, we discuss the psychological impact of the movie, focusing entirely on the haunting emotions left behind when the credits roll.

Turn off the headlights, lock your doors, and prepare for a masterclass in independent dread.

So, join us on Fear on Film ...Where Where Horror Lives!

IMDB

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt23639696/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_drive%20back

Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTVFTbAXD0o

The Filmjoe Podcast Network

https://linktr.ee/filmjoe68

Filmjoe Interviews

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7a4UmFRdwTXe5DCIragJke?si=nGpJaIbPR-yos2wsF8vqxg&pi=9hu3SEEJSSyxE&nd=1&dlsi=6ae0a2a5c4c2475d

All films, music and other materials used in these recordings and episodes of the Filmjoe Podcast are strictly for commentary purposes. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the copyright act of 1976, allowance is made for fair use for the purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by the copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Fear on Film – Interview with Jay Reid- director of "Sick Puppy"

In this episode of the Fear on Film podcast, we sit down with writer-director Jay Reid to dissect his twisted, darkly comedic psychological horror-thriller, Sick Puppy (2026). Following the film's recent May 22, 2026 digital and theatrical release by Dark Sky Films, this deep-dive interview uncovers the complex, bloody, and hilariously bleak world of suburban complicity

So, join us on Fear on Film ...Where Where Horror Lives!

Filmjoe Interviews

https://open.spotify.com/show/1LD1qWB0vqMrSTExXr34ks?si=079ba9b2ba9941df

IMDB

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt28919053/?ref_=fn_i_1

Official website and trailer

https://darkskyfilms.com/film/sick-puppy/

The Filmjoe Podcast Network

https://linktr.ee/filmjoe68

The Filmjoe Interviews

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7a4UmFRdwTXe5DCIragJke?si=nGpJaIbPR-yos2wsF8vqxg&pi=9hu3SEEJSSyxE&nd=1&dlsi=51e139e228684c0a

All films, music and other materials used in these recordings and episodes of the Filmjoe Podcast are strictly for commentary purposes. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the copyright act of 1976, allowance is made for fair use for the purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by the copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Season 2 -Episode - 01 – All Wrapped Up in Curses and Witches!, May 22, 2026

The wait is over! In the highly anticipated Season 2 premiere of Fear on Film, we return to the microphones for a massive double-feature breakdown of two of the year's most terrifying cinematic offerings.

First, we unwrap the ancient terror of Lee Cronin's The Mummy, analyzing how the director brings his signature visceral, high-tension horror style to a legendary classic.

Then, we shift gears to delve into the haunting, atmospheric dread of Damien McCarthy's Hokum. We dissect the nightmare imagery, the directorial styles, and how both of these filmmakers are reshaping the modern landscape of creature features and supernatural horror.

Whether you are a fan of studio blockbusters or indie skin-crawlers, this jam-packed season opener has something to satisfy every horror fan's appetite. Turn down the lights, press play, and welcome back to the dark side.

Fear on Film .....Where Horror Lives!

LinkTree

https://linktr.ee/thefilmjoepodcast

Sean O'Connor at Macabre Daily

https://www.macabredaily.com/articles?author=66aed6ede8eef67391dfdcdc

Music Credits:

"War Cry" by Infraction

All films, music and other materials used in these recordings and episodes of the Fear On Film Podcast are strictly for commentary purposes. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the copyright act of 1976, allowance is made for fair use for the purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by the copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Fear on Film – Interview with Demeter Lorant, director of "Dreamland Awaits"

NEW BONUS EPISODE: Demeter Lorant Talks 'Dreamland Awaits'!

Get ready for a deep dive into indie horror! In this special bonus episode, we sit down with writer, director, and editor Demeter Lorant to discuss his new micro-budget arthouse psychological horror film, Dreamland Awaits, a story about a detective's kidnapped family, a creepy countryside house, and a gateway to a malevolent dimension.

So, join us on Fear on Film ...Where Where Horror Lives!

IMDB

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32495183/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_0_in_0_q_dreamland%20awaits

Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwaJV0IWyRY

The Filmjoe Podcast Network

https://linktr.ee/filmjoe68

All films, music and other materials used in these recordings and episodes of the Filmjoe Podcast are strictly for commentary purposes. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the copyright act of 1976, allowance is made for fair use for the purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by the copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Pack your parkas and check your ammo—this week on Fear on Film, we're trekking into the frozen hellscape of northern Alaska. We are joined by writer and co-director William Pisciotta to discuss his brutal new creature feature, The Yeti (2026).

Set in the unforgiving winter of 1947, the film follows a rescue mission to find a missing oil tycoon and a legendary adventurer. But as the team soon learns, the sub-zero temperatures are the least of their worries. They've trespassed into the territory of a prehistoric predator that is systematically hunting them down.

Whether you're a fan of old-school monster movies or just love a good survival horror, you won't want to miss this conversation about one of the year's most anticipated indie horror hits.

So, join us on Fear on Film ...Where Where Horror Lives!

Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inYBTPG7XFI

The Filmjoe Podcast Network

https://linktr.ee/filmjoe68

All films, music and other materials used in these recordings and episodes of the Filmjoe Podcast are strictly for commentary purposes. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the copyright act of 1976, allowance is made for fair use for the purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by the copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Fear on Film – Interview with David Hinds, director and Producer Todd Franklin of the Horror film, "Black Goat"

In this spine-tingling episode of Fear on Film, we go behind the curtain of the independent horror film, "Black Goat", with two of its most dedicated architects. We are joined by visionary director David Hinds and seasoned producer Todd Franklin to discuss the blood, sweat, and tears required to bring nightmares to life on a budget.

David and Tod dive deep into their collaborative process, sharing exclusive stories from their most recent projects. We explore the challenges of capturing authentic dread, the technical hurdles of practical effects, and how they navigate the ever-evolving landscape of indie film distribution.

So, join us on Fear on Film ...Where Where Horror Lives!

The Filmjoe Podcast Network

https://linktr.ee/filmjoe68

All films, music and other materials used in these recordings and episodes of the Filmjoe Podcast are strictly for commentary purposes. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the copyright act of 1976, allowance is made for fair use for the purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by the copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Fear on Film – Interview with Bruce Wemple, Director of "Capture"

In this episode, we dive deep into Bruce Wemple's transition from creature features and sci-fi to the his latest haunted object horror film "Capture"!

We'll discuss his philosophy on building sustained dread and the importance of collaboration with his frequent creative team.

Bruce Wemple also shares the creative process behind his latest feature, which follows Abby—a lifelong orphan who inherits her parents' abandoned home and discovers a mysterious thirty-year-old camcorder. As she reviews old tapes, she uncovers a terrifying supernatural reality: anyone the camera records is marked for death.

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So, join me on The Fear on Film ...Where Where Horror Lives!

Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLeft_kD4G8

The Filmjoe Podcast Network

https://linktr.ee/filmjoe68

All films, music and other materials used in these recordings and episodes of the Filmjoe Podcast are strictly for commentary purposes. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the copyright act of 1976, allowance is made for fair use for the purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by the copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.